Sodium t-Amylate Powder

C₅H₁₁ONa

A powder form of sodium tert-amylate, a very strong base commonly used in organic synthesis and as a catalyst in polymerization reactions.

Typical Applications

Very strong hydrocarbon soluble base, used for: Deprotonations, Base catalyzed reactions, Elimination reactions, Super base reaction with butyllithium, Isomerization reaction

Benefits at a glance

Free flowing powder, very high purity, very strong base, very good solubility in organic solvents, low hydroxyl content, selective and specific in many organic reactions.
Stronger base than primary and secondary alcoholates, custom packaging available

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